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Norfolk Local Guide

We’re Anisa and Russell, the husband-and-wife team behind Norfolk Local Guide. Each week, we share what’s happening in Norwich and across Norfolk—from hidden gems and foodie finds to family fun and seasonal events. Join our community and make the most of every week in this beautiful corner of the England!

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Last Chance to Visit This Norfolk Spot + More This Week 🌷

Hello Norfolk explorers 👋 This weekend is your last chance to visit Gooderstone Water Gardens before they close on 3 April. It’s such a lovely place, and it feels especially sad to see it go, so if you’ve been meaning to visit, don’t leave it any longer. At the same time, Norfolk is starting to shift into spring mode. The clocks go forward this weekend, Easter events are beginning to appear, and there are more reasons to get out and about again. What are you most looking forward to this...

Hello Norfolk explorers 👋 The official start of spring is just around the corner, and Norfolk is certainly starting to feel a bit more lively again. This week’s events are a real mix. You can admire thousands of daffodils in Honing, watch Shire horses lead the St Winnold’s Day parade in Downham Market, sample drinks at the Fakenham Gin & Beer Festival, or browse woolly creations at the East Anglian Yarn Festival. And that’s just the start. Here’s what else is happening across Norfolk this...

Hello Norfolk explorers 👋 It’s definitely starting to look like spring around Norfolk. The daffodils are out and everything is beginning to feel a bit brighter. Over the weekend we took a trip to King’s Lynn to visit the Lynn Museum while they still have free admission (October to March). Their Seahenge exhibition is fascinating and they also have a special Star Wars exhibition running through May. We also took advantage of Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s 100th birthday celebrations and visited...

Hello, Norfolk explorers! 👋 How is your March shaping up so far? It might feel like we’ve only just packed away February, but Easter is now just a month away. If you like to plan ahead, we’ve put together a round-up of the best Easter events in Norfolk to make it easy. And while you’re thinking ahead, don’t forget Mother’s Day. We’ve gathered some local ideas for that too here. If you’re anything like me and enjoy a good deal, National Lottery Open Week starts on Saturday. There are free...

Hello, Norfolk explorers! 👋 Hasn’t it been lovely seeing a some warmer weather this week? It finally feels like spring is starting to wake up across Norfolk. If the weather holds, this is a brilliant weekend to get outside. It’s a big one for train enthusiasts with two special railway events happening, and Norwich Food Week makes its debut in the city. It’s also likely your last proper chance to see snowdrops before the daffodils take over. The photo above is from Trowse Wood. Here’s what’s...

Hello, Norfolk explorers! 👋 How is half term going in your house so far? If you’re starting to run out of ideas, don’t panic. Our February half-term guide is packed with family-friendly activities across Norfolk and might just save the day. Did you get any snow over the weekend? We had plenty in Norwich (check out our video here), although none of it stuck around for long. It did feel very fitting watching Team GB bring home two gold medals while it was swirling outside. It’s not all...

Hello, Norfolk explorers! 👋 I hope you’re having a wonderful week. We’re just a few days away from February half-term and Valentine’s Day, which means there’s a lot happening across the county. If you’re looking for ideas, we’ve rounded up some romantic things to do in Norwich for Valentine’s Day, and we’ve also put together a handy February half-term guide packed with family-friendly activities across Norfolk. Over the weekend, we visited Snowdrop Day at East Ruston Old Vicarage Gardens....

Hello, Norfolk explorers! 👋 I hope your February is off to a great start. The snowdrops are really putting on a show now and peak bloom is just around the corner. This week’s snowdrop photo was taken in the churchyard of St. Margaret’s in Thorpe Market. Every Sunday in February is Snowdrop Sunday there, with plenty of blooms alongside homemade cakes, hot drinks, and local artwork. It’s a simple, lovely way to spend a winter afternoon. There’s also plenty happening around Norfolk this week,...

Hello, Norfolk explorers! 👋 I hope you’re doing well. January is nearly behind us, the snowdrops are out, and it finally feels like things are starting to turn a corner. This week brings a nice mix of winter calm and early signs of spring. Think snowdrop walks, a cosy board game convention, and the last of this year’s Burns Night celebrations. It’s also a good moment to look ahead, with February half-term, the Super Bowl, Valentine’s Day, beer festivals, and peak snowdrop season just around...

Hello, Norfolk explorers! 👋 We’ve officially passed the halfway point of January, and things are starting to pick up around Norfolk. First up, tomorrow the Norwich City Fans Social Club is hosting its Mental Health Awareness Evening. I’ve been a few times over the years and it’s always thoughtful, welcoming, and genuinely inspiring. This weekend brings a fun mix of events, with Burns Night celebrations taking place across the county and the Travel Norwich Airport Holiday & Cruise Show...